1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 1979 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Vitz has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
